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1 Fundamentals of Retirement Income Planning

Let s talk. Agenda What might your retirement look like? Do you know your financial risks? How can you create a plan you ll use? See how the pieces fit together. Q&A 2

What might your retirement look like? 3

The good stuff Agenda Time Family and Friends Pursue Dreams You own it You control it You need to fill it Engage in more activities Reconnect with old friends Spend more time with grandchildren Make a difference Learn something new Start a new career 4

Agenda The not-so-good stuff (some drawbacks) The Club Sandwich 47% Middle-aged adults support a parent and a minor or adult child or grandchild 1 Debt Remains a Factor 105% Increase in seniors household debt 2 $26,000 $12,700 2000 2011 1 McKinsey & Company, 2013. 5 2 U.S. Census Bureau, 2013.

Whatever you do in retirement, you ll need to pay for it. 64% (or more) may be your responsibility Investments Social Security Earned Income Other 18% 18% Pension Your own sources: 64% 44% 19% Outside sources: 37% 2% 6 Source: Social Security Administration, Income of the population 55 or older, 2008, April 2010, based on highest quintile of $55,889. For illustrative purposes only. May not add up to 100% due to rounding.

Do you know your financial risks? 7

The five key risks to your retirement 1 2 3 4 5 Longevity Health care expenses Inflation Asset allocation Excess withdrawal 8

Risk 1 Longevity Current Age 65-Year-Old Man 65-Year-Old Woman 65-Year-Old Couple 50% Chance 85 yrs. 88 yrs. 92 yrs. 25% Chance 92 yrs. 94 yrs. 97 yrs. Life span for one survivor You may need income for longer than you think 9 Annuity 2000 Mortality Table, Society of Actuaries. Figures assume a person is in good health.

Risk 2 Health care expenses $220,000 Out-of-pocket health care expense estimate for a 65-year-old couple * Medicare is not free Supplemental health insurance is generally needed Rx costs may be significant Long-term care coverage is additional A sizeable amount of savings may be needed for health care in retirement 10 *Fidelity Benefits Consulting, 2013. Based on a hypothetical couple retiring at age 65 years or older, with average (82 male, 85 female) life expectancies. Estimates are calculated for "average" retirees, but may be more or less depending on actual health status, area of residence, and longevity. Assumes individuals do not have employerprovided retiree health care coverage, but do qualify for Medicare. The calculation takes into account cost-sharing provisions (such as deductibles and coinsurance) associated with Medicare Part A and Part B (inpatient and outpatient medical insurance). It also considers Medicare Part D (prescription drug coverage) premiums and out-of-pocket costs, as well as certain services excluded by Medicare. The estimate does not include other health-related expenses, such as over-the-counter medications, most dental services, and long-term care.

Risk 3 Inflation Starting value $50,000 Purchasing power after 25 years of inflation $30,477 $23,880 $18,756 2% Inflation 3% Inflation 4% Inflation Even low inflation can erode purchasing power 11 All numbers were calculated based on hypothetical rates of inflation of 2%, 3%, and 4% to show the effects of inflation over time; actual inflation rates may be more or less and will vary.

Risk 3 Inflation $3.04 $4.99 $8.19 2% Inflation 1989 2014 2039 $16,240 $30,000 $62,800 3% Inflation 1979 2014 2039 and increase the costs of goods and services 12 All numbers were calculated based on hypothetical rates of inflation of 2%, 3%, and 4% to show the effects of inflation over time; actual inflation rates may be more or less and will vary.

Risk 4 Asset allocation 20s, 30s, 40s Investments geared to building Stocks Bonds Short Term 50s early 60s 60s, 70s, 80s+ Investments geared to pay out Stocks Bonds Cash Social Security Annuities How you invest changes as you move from accumulation goals to retirement income goals 13

Risk 5 Excess withdrawal Value of Portfolio $1,500,000 $1,000,000 $500,000 $0 WITHDRAWAL RATE* 4% 7% 5% 8% 6% 9% 10% 1972 1974 1976 1978 1980 1982 1984 1986 1988 1990 1992 1994 1996 1998 2000 2002 2004 2006 2008 2010 2012 Taking out too much from your savings may deplete your income too soon 14 *Hypothetical value of assets held in a tax-deferred account after adjusting for monthly withdrawals and performance. Initial investment of $500,000 invested in a portfolio of 50% stocks, 40% bonds, and 10% short-term investments. Hypothetical illustration uses historical monthly performance from January 1972 through December 2011 from Ibbotson Associates: stocks, bonds, and short-term investments are represented by the S&P 500 Index, U.S. intermediate-term government bond, and U.S. 30-day T-Bills, respectively. Initial withdrawal amount based on 1/12th of applicable withdrawal rate multiplied by $500,000. Subsequent withdrawal amounts based on prior month s amount adjusted by the actual monthly change in the Consumer Price Index for that month. This chart is for illustrative purposes only and is not indicative of any investment. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. See slide 43 for Important Information and Methodology.

Why the 5 key risks are so important You do not control many elements Health Costs Asset Allocation Withdrawal Rate Inflation Longevity $ $ $ yet you ll need steady, reliable income to replace your paycheck 15

How can you create a plan you ll use? 16

Know what a retirement income plan is designed to do. A detailed plan can help you determine how to use your financial resources to generate income to last the rest of your life. 17

Understand how a retirement income plan can help you Decide when you can retire Understand and help to minimize the key risks Identify all your sources of income Prioritize your financial needs and wants Stay on track to live the retirement you want 18

and what it provides. A map may help you address uncontrollable elements, assess your financial situation, and align resources to create income in retirement. Potential Preservation 19 *Guarantees apply to certain insurance and annuity products (not securities, variable or investment advisory products) and are subject to product terms, exclusions, and limitations and the insurer s claims-paying ability and financial strength.

Know when to build your retirement income plan. If you plan to retire at 65: 50s Quick plan Make good plans Super save Set up an initial planning session with us 60s Detailed plan Determine Social Security strategies Reassess risk and asset allocation Build a detailed financial assessment 65+ Master plan Begin Medicare eligibility Make final work-life balance decisions Prepare your portfolio for required minimum distributions and tax strategies 20

4 steps to create your retirement income plan 21

Retirement income planning process Once you have a good idea of what you want to do in retirement, follow these steps to build your plan STEP STEP STEP STEP Inventory expenses vs. income Cover essential expenses Fund discretionary expenses Meet with us and review your plan regularly 22

STEP 1 Inventory expenses vs. income Categorize expenses essential vs. discretionary Identify expenses that may increase or decrease Consider your personal situation: Family needs Living arrangements as you age Debts Long-term care coverage Cost of retirement fun 23

Use tools to get organized. Choose an option that you will actually use Back of the Envelope Gives you a rough idea of your situation Budget Worksheet Helps you prepare to meet with your consultant Online Tool Integrates expense information with overall plan 24

STEP 2 Cover essential expenses. Identify sources of lifetime income Social Security Pension plans Fixed income annuities* and use assets to make up any gap and solve for health care expenses. Regular withdrawals from reliable asset sources Consider long term care and life insurance 25 *Guarantees are subject to the claims-paying ability of the issuing insurance company.

Make the most of Social Security. When you start taking distributions may significantly impact your retirement income Age 62 Lower monthly benefit as much as 30% less Full Retirement Age Calculated full benefit based on your earnings history Age 70 Maximum benefit amount as much as 32% more 26 Source: ssa.gov.

STEP 3 Fund discretionary expenses Use your remaining portfolio assets Mutual funds Brokerage accounts IRAs, 403(b)s, 401(k)s Savings accounts Guaranteed income products to pay your discretionary expenses 27 Guarantees are subject to the claims-paying ability and financial strength of the issuing insurance company. For illustrative purposes only. Diversification does not ensure a profit or guarantee against loss.

Be careful to monitor your withdrawal rate. Discretionary expenses, by definition, need to be flexible Sustainable Withdrawal Rate Generally between 4% and 5%, based on your age Special Occasions One-time events that you ve been planning for Emergencies Because you never know 28

STEP 4 Monitor your plan each year Meet with Fidelity at least once a year to: Discusses changes in your situation Review retirement income goals Determine availability of new income sources Reassess expenses Rebalance portfolio in light of risks Update beneficiary designations 29

Count on Fidelity to ask questions you might not have considered What if When this How do I We ll ask you how you are thinking about retirement topics We ll have open discussions about changes to your personal and financial situation We ll be there to help you navigate the challenges of living in retirement 30

Let's see how all the pieces fit together... 31

If you are part of a couple PROFILE This is Betsy and Robert Retired Ages 68 and 66 Conservative investors Robert has some health issues Betsy s mother is age 90 Live a moderate lifestyle 32 Hypothetical case studies are for illustrative purposes only and are not based on actual people.

think about the following. How to enjoy years in retirement Pursuing hobbies Embracing new phase How to best combine resources His, hers, ours 10 or more accounts Implications of the 5 key risks Longevity Health care Investment and tax strategies Portfolio for income Tax-efficient withdrawals 33 Hypothetical case studies are for illustrative purposes only and are not based on actual people.

If you are single PROFILE This is Julia... Retired Age 67 Moderate investor Healthy and on-the-go Planning for a 30-year retirement Lives an active lifestyle within her means Did you know 80% of men will end life married, 80% of women will end life single?* 34 Hypothetical case studies are for illustrative purposes only and are not based on actual people. * Get Financially Naked by Manisha Thakor and Sharon Kedar, 2009.

think about the following. Define yourself in retirement Social connections New adventures Implications of the 5 key risks Longevity Inflation How to manage resources Maximizing Social Security Ensuring plenty of cushion Investment and tax strategies Portfolio for income Tax-efficient withdrawals 35 Hypothetical case studies are for illustrative purposes only and are not based on actual people.

Resources from Fidelity Knowledgeable Workplace Planning & Guidance Consultants provide one-on-one guidance and answer your questions Viewpoints and educational information keep you current 36 IMPORTANT: The projections or other information generated by Fidelity s Retirement Income Planning Tool regarding the likelihood of various investment outcomes are hypothetical in nature, do not reflect actual investment results, and are not guarantees of future results. Results may vary with each use and over time. Principal value and investment returns of a variable annuity will fluctuate and you may have a gain or loss when money is received or withdrawn. For illustrative purposes only.

Getting started today In your packets: 37 For illustrative purposes only.

Make an appointment today Fidelity Planning and Guidance Consultants Our service is free and offered as an employee benefit to you. Make an appointment today to meet in person Or meet over the phone: 866-715-2059 Empower yourself and build confidence to make the best decisions for your retirement 38

Important Information Diversification does not ensure a profit or guarantee against a loss. U.S. stock prices are more volatile than those of other securities. Government bonds and corporate bonds have more moderate short-term price fluctuations than stocks but provide lower potential long-term returns. U.S. Treasury bills maintain a stable value (if held to maturity), but returns are only slightly above the inflation rate. In general, the bond market is volatile, and fixed income securities carry interest rate risk. (As interest rates rise, bond prices usually fall, and vice versa. This effect is usually more pronounced for longer-term securities.) Fixed income securities also carry inflation risk and credit and default risks for both issuers and counterparties. Unlike individual bonds, most bond funds do not have a maturity date, so avoiding losses caused by price volatility by holding them until maturity is not possible. The MSCI EAFE Index is an unmanaged benchmark index composed of 21 MSCI country indexes representing the developed markets outside North America, including Europe, Australasia, and the Far East. The Ibbotson U.S. 30-Day T-bill data series is a total return series that is calculated using data from the Wall Street Journal from 1977 to present, and the CRSP U.S. Government Bond File from 1926 to 1976. The Ibbotson Intermediate-term Government Bond Index data series is a total return series that is calculated using data from the Wall Street Journal from 1987 to present, and from the CRSP Government Bond file from 1934 to 1986. From 1926 to 1933, data was obtained from Thomas S. Coleman, Lawrence Fisher, and Roger G. Ibbotson s Historical U.S. Treasury Yield Curves: 1926 1992 with 1994 update (Ibbotson Associates, Chicago, 1994). The S&P 500 Index is an unmanaged index of the common stock prices of 500 widely held U.S. stocks and includes reinvestment of dividends. It is not possible to invest directly in the index. S&P 500 is a registered service mark of Standard & Poor's Financial Services LLC. The Consumer Price Index is a widely recognized measure of inflation calculated by the U.S. government that tracks changes in the prices paid by consumers for finished goods and services. Past performance does not ensure a profit or guarantee against loss. All index returns include reinvestment of dividends and interest income. It is not possible to invest directly in any of the indexes described above. Investors may be charged fees when investing in an actual portfolio of securities, which are not reflected in illustrations utilizing returns of market indexes. The information is for educational purposes only. 39

Methodology and Information Before investing, consider the investment objectives, risks, charges, and expenses of the fund or annuity and its investment options. Contact Fidelity for a free prospectus or, if available, a summary prospectus containing this information. Read it carefully. Guidance provided by Fidelity is educational in nature, is not individualized, and is not intended to serve as the primary or sole basis for your investment or tax-planning decisions. The retirement planning information contained herein is general in nature and should not be considered legal or tax advice. Fidelity does not provide legal or tax advice. This information is provided for general educational purposes only and you should bear in mind that laws of a particular state and your particular situation may affect this information. You should consult your attorney or tax advisor regarding your specific legal or tax situation. Retirement Income Planner is an educational tool. IMPORTANT: The projections or other information generated by Fidelity s Retirement Income Planning Tool regarding the likelihood of various investment outcomes are hypothetical in nature, do not reflect actual investment results, and are not guarantees of future results. Results may vary with each use and over time. Principal value and investment returns of a variable annuity will fluctuate and you may have a gain or loss when money is received or withdrawn. Fidelity Brokerage Services, Member NYSE, SIPC, 900 Salem Street, Smithfield, RI 02917 40 447135.35.0

Diversified income plan example Seeks to cover essential expenses with guaranteed income sources, and use withdrawals from an investment portfolio to help cover discretionary expenses. Investment Portfolio Income-generating mutual funds Multi-asset income funds Income replacement funds Self-managed portfolios (e.g., stocks, bonds, cash) Professionally managed accounts Fixed Income Annuities Immediate Deferred Variable Annuities Immediate Variable Income Annuity Deferred Variable Annuity with Living Benefits Treasuries and FDICinsured CDs 41

Annuities available at Fidelity Retirement Savings and Income Tax-Deferred Annuity SAVING FOR RETIREMENT Tax-deferred Savings Income Annuity LIVING IN RETIREMENT Guaranteed Income Variable Fixed Variable Fixed Fidelity Personal Retirement Annuity 1 The Fidelity Insurance Network 2 Fidelity Freedom Lifetime Income Annuity 3 The Fidelity Insurance Network 2 MetLife Growth and Income Annuity SM 42 1 In New York, Personal Retirement Annuity. 2 The Fidelity Insurance Network includes third-party insurance carriers who issue annuities that are distributed by Fidelity Insurance Agency, Inc. They are not affiliated with any Fidelity Investments company. 3 In New York, Freedom Lifetime Income. Investing in a variable annuity involves risk of loss investment returns, contract value, and, for variable income annuities, payment amounts are not guaranteed and will fluctuate. Taxable amounts withdrawn from an annuity prior to age 59½ may be subject to a 10% IRS penalty. Guarantees are subject to the claims-paying ability and financial strength of the issuing insurance company.

Wealth planning overview Your Family Investment Strategy Retirement Planning Income Protection Asset Protection Family Assistance Asset Allocation Savings Strategy Disability Estate planning Education Tactical Allocation Asset Allocation Tax-Efficient Investing Taxable Savings Strategy Income Strategy Personal (taxable, IRA, annuity) Workplace Investments Benefits and Social Security Premature Death Protection Outliving Income Wills Trusts Wealth Transfer Charitable Giving Living Expenses Children and Parents Assisting parents and Relatives Health Care/ Long-Term Care 43 Fidelity does not provide legal, tax, or estate planning advice. Please consult an appropriately licensed professional for advice on your specific situation. Primarily sourced from Advisor for Life (John Wiley & Sons, 2011), by Stephen D. Gresham, with permission to reprint. 581279.12.0

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